Patek Philippe

• cal. 240 Q automatic lever movement stamped with the seal of Geneva, 27 jewels, Gyromax balance, 22k gold micro rotor • silvered dial, applied yellow gold faceted baton indexes, dauphine hands, three subsidiary dials indicating day combined with 24 hour display, month combined with leap year indicator, phases of the moon combined with date • 18k yellow gold case, snap on solid case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Patek Philippe buckle

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Case in overall good condition with wear, scuffing and small markings consistent with age and use. Dot surface markings faintly visible likely from a scuffing at the lower right lug. Very minute indentation on the case bezel at 5, 6, and between 9 and 10. Light oxidation to the case, slightly more concentrated at the bezel line. Light wear to the case back with some heavier wear to the case back lip. Small areas of scuffing visible to the naked eye. Perpetual calendar and moon phases functions operating properly and engaged with push buttons on the top and bottom case band. Dial and movement in excellent condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Accompanied by a Certificate of Origin and an Extract from the Archives confirming the date of sale on July 9th, 1986. Together with a Patek Philippe leather bi-fold and booklets.

Ref. 3940 was produced from about 1986 to 2007, succeeding Ref. 3448 and Ref. 3450. The design was so well received that when it too was succeeded in 2007 by Ref. 5140, the subtle design differences of the latter were nearly indiscernible.

An example of the Ref. 3940 is illustrated in Martin Huber & Alan Banbery, Patek Philippe Wristwatches, 2nd ed., 1998, p. 292–293.